Tourism
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Baco Prepares for Summer Tourism Surge
Local government authorities in Baco have conducted safety inspections at popular tourist resorts as the summer season officially begins, with large visitor numbers expected in the coming months. The Inter-Agency Task Force, led by Tourism…
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Mindoro’s Apo Reef Leads MIMAROPA in Global Tourism Recognitions
A pristine marine sanctuary in Occidental Mindoro leads MIMAROPA region in securing multiple international tourism accolades. The Apo Reef Natural Park in Sablayan, Occidental Mindoro, has been recognized as a 2024 ASEAN Heritage Park, cementing…
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Cebu Pacific Upgrades Mindoro Route with Airbus A320, Boosting Travel from Manila
Cebu Pacific launched its upgraded Manila to San Jose, Occidental Mindoro route yesterday, replacing the smaller ATR72 aircraft with the larger Airbus A320, a move set to enhance passenger comfort and bolster tourism and economic…
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Hyperbaric Chamber To Boost Tourism in Mindoro
The Department of Tourism (DOT), through its infrastructure arm, the Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority (TIEZA), is set to establish a hyperbaric chamber in Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro, to bolster dive tourism and enhance…
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Hassle-Free Travel for Mindoreños: Direct Bus Route from EDSA Cubao to Oriental Mindoro Launched
Mindoreños can now enjoy a more convenient travel option as ALPS The Bus Inc. launches a direct bus route connecting EDSA Cubao in Metro Manila to Oriental Mindoro, starting March 28, 2025. This new route…
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Swiss Diver Rescued in Medical Emergency off Mindoro Coast
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) conducted a swift medical evacuation of a foreign national at Sablayan Port in Occidental Mindoro on Saturday. A 30-year-old Swiss tourist experiencing severe breathing difficulties was rescued after participating in…
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P704M Puerto Galera Cruise Port Contract Awarded to Premium Megastructures
The Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) has awarded a P704,548,888.13 contract to Premium Megastructures Inc. (PMI) for the construction of a dedicated cruise ship port in Puerto Galera, Oriental Mindoro, following a competitive bidding process. According…
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Idle Pinamalayan Airport May See Revival Under Abalos Plan
A long-dormant airport in Pinamalayan, Oriental Mindoro could be revitalized if administration senatorial candidate Benhur Abalos Jr. wins a seat in the upcoming May 2025 elections, as he pledges to prioritize infrastructure development in Mindoro…
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Oriental Mindoro Signs Agreement for P706-M Cruise Ship Port Development
The provincial government of Oriental Mindoro has signed an economically-vital agreement to establish a cruise ship port in Puerto Galera, a famous tourism spot in the country. The agreement, signed by Oriental Mindoro Governor Humerlito…
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Travelers Take Note: Updated Trip Schedules to Occidental Mindoro
Planning a trip to Occidental Mindoro? Travelers now have updated schedules for sea transport services connecting the province to Coron, Palawan, and Batangas, making it easier to experience the beauty of the island. Caminawit Seaport…
Founder’S Profile
Romel “Direk” Ferriol Bernardo
Bernardo Creative Ventures, Inc., the company behind Direk Fuels, Oriental Mindoro’s homegrown gas station chain, and Direk Builders, which rents out heavy equipment, is expanding its portfolio by venturing into online media and content production.
The company’s entry into news media is not surprising, as its founder and CEO, Romel “Direk” Bernardo, was a television writer, producer, and director for over 15 years. From 2002 to 2007, he served as a researcher, writer, and producer for GMA-7’s top-rating show Imbestigador before becoming the executive producer for ABS-CBN’s award-winning documentary program, The Correspondents.
